James J. "Sun" Daly, Left Field, Minneapolis, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This is a chromolithograph from the "Old Judge" series of baseball cards, featuring James J. "Sun" Daly, a left fielder for the Minneapolis Millers baseball team. The card is a classic example of late 19th-century baseball memorabilia, showcasing the simple aesthetic of early baseball cards. The image depicts Daly in a typical baseball pose, holding a ball and glove, emphasizing the action of the sport. The card was published by Goodwin & Co. in 1889, a New York-based company that produced various tobacco products and collectible cards. This card is a rare artifact of early baseball history, a popular subject for collectors of sports memorabilia.